Everything You Need to Know About Apricot Kernel Oil (Gutti ka Tel)
Apricot oil or Gutti ka tel is extracted from the seeds(kernels) of apricot. This oil is known for its nourishing, healing, and rejuvenating properties. From skincare to heart health, kernel oil has a lot of benefits. We’ll deep dive into
Why You Should Switch to Natural Handmade Soaps Today
Why natural soap? Skin is our body’s largest organ and is often the first to touch and absorb toxins, chemicals and other substances that are present in commercial products. Often the ingredients in commercial products have long and unfamiliar names that
Best treks in the Himalayas
Best treks in the Himalayas has become more of a keyword that almost every trek organization is targeting. Are they really offering the best treks in the Himalayas ? What is your expectation of treks in the Indian Himalayas ?
What do we mean by ecotourism ?
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism At Himalayan Ecotourism, we denounce the dangers that mass tourism poses to local communities and the environment. This form of tourism often involves moving from point A to point B just for fun,
A Cup of Chai
By Gaurav, Managing Partner, Himalayan Ecotourism As I navigated the chaotic streets of Delhi, clutching a cup of unremarkable chai, my mind drifted back to the serene landscapes and the hospitality of the locals of Pangi valley. I remembered Santosh's humble
When tourism can truly benefit a community and its environment : A social enterprise model
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism The rapid expansion of tourism across the globe has brought both opportunities and challenges to local communities and their environments. Mainstream tourism enterprises often focus solely on profit maximization, frequently neglecting the long-term
A Journey of Purpose & Impact
By Gaurav, Managing Partner, Himalayan Ecotourism As I reflect on my journey as a Managing Partner at Himalayan Ecotourism (HECO), I am compelled to share the experiences and insights that have shaped our path. My tenure at HECO has been a
Women’s empowerment for conservation
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism This article led to the writing of "Building a sustainable future : The possible role of enterprises in economic welfare and conservation" For decades, the West has been at the forefront of advocating for
Reinventing tourism in Ladakh
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism This article led to the writing of "Building a sustainable future : The possible role of enterprises in economic welfare and conservation" Ladakh - where nature florishes with humans "Ladakh is truly a marvel on
5 Ways Himalayan Ecotourism is redefining tourism post COVID-19 pandemic
The pandemic changed the world, and we are taking advantage of this to reinvent tourism
